The most widely accepted reason for the choice of the name Broadview was the fact that Broadview was situated on a wide expanse of unexplored territory. The Native Indians had to traverse many miles to get wood for fuel. The name was bestowed upon it during the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway in 1882 when this was the west end of rail and the only 'view' was a vast expanse of prairie.
The Crossroads Community, where the world truly travels by our door every day! Named for the intersection of two major highways, the Trans Canada and Highway #9, our community has been a traditional rest stop between major centers to the east and west, north and south. For over a century, weary travelers have been able to find great food, comfortable accommodation and a relaxing friendly atmosphere.
Books may be returned in the book drops at each library. Virden has an exterior metal book return box. McAuley has a return box in their entryway. Elkhorn has a return slot at the front of their building.Please do not return videos/ dvds in Virden's outside book box. They can be damaged by the cold, or by heavy books falling on them. A/V material should be returned to the main desk during regular library hours.
Wapiti Regional Library Has Added Another Exciting Database Called Storybird To Its Collection. The Idea Behind Storybird Is To Encourage Users, Especially Children, To Make Up Their Own Stories.The Folks At Storybird Commission Artwork From Illustrators